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Seven Beach Earthing Challenge - Gwangalli (맨발걷기 좋은 도시 부산 세븐비치 어싱 챌린지 <2>광안리)

0     2024-06-25

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-461-4298

Seven Beach Earthing Challenge is a walking campaign sponsored by Busan Ilbo to promote Busan as a good city to walk barefoot and the well-being of Busan citizens. The compaign consists of walking along the seven beaches of Busan, hence the campaign name. Gwangalli Beach is the second venue among the seven beaches, where participants walk along the shoreline barefoot. Gwangalli barefoot course is a 2-kilometer route that departs from the beachfront by Gwangwanhaebyeon Park in the direction of Namcheonhaebyeon Park then turns back at SUP Zone to return to the departure point. Seven Beach Earthing Challenge spans two years from 2024 to 2025. 2024 events consists of walking at Haeundae Beach in April, Gwangalli Beach in June, Dadaepo Beach in September, and Songjeong Beach in November; 2025 events takes place at Songdo Beach, Ilgwang Beach, and Imnang Beach.

Goesan Red Pepper Festival (괴산고추축제)

Goesan Red Pepper Festival (괴산고추축제)

18730     2024-06-14

113 Imkkeokjeong-ro, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-830-3463

Goesan Red Pepper Festival is held during the harvest season in late August to early September to promote the excellence of chili peppers grown in Goesan, a major production area of Korea. The festival has numerous programs for visitors to enjoy. Brightly colored and full of flavor, Korean chili peppers are a particularly popular agricultural product. This is a fun festival where visitors learn about Goesan chili pepper which have been harvested since the Joseon dynasty.

Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

64114     2024-06-14

101 Sangmugongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-3955

Gwangju Kimchi Festival is held to promote one of Korea's most famous specialties, kimchi. The festival offers diverse kimchi-related programs and entertaining events. Visitors can learn about how to make award-winning kimchi, and purchase kimchi at great prices.

Tamna Culture Festival (탐라문화제)

Tamna Culture Festival (탐라문화제)

36058     2024-06-14

2 Jungang-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-753-3287

The Tamna Culture Festival celebrates the culture of Jeju's historic nation, Tamna. Visitors can experience the folk traditions, stories, history, and lifestyle of this ancient civilization.

Goryeong Daegaya Festival (고령대가야축제)

Goryeong Daegaya Festival (고령대가야축제)

0     2024-06-14

1216 Daegaya-ro, Daegaya-eup, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-950-6424

The Goryeong Daegaya Festival celebrates the history of Daegaya, a nation that inhabited the Korean Peninsula around the 4th Century. The festival features many performances and experiences, allowing visitors to imagine life in the past.

Cheorwon Hantangang River Ice Trekking Festival (철원 한탄강 얼음트레킹 축제)

Cheorwon Hantangang River Ice Trekking Festival (철원 한탄강 얼음트레킹 축제)

43591     2024-06-14

Jangheung-ri, Dongsong-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-323-455-7072

The Cheorwon Hantangang River Ice Trekking Festival takes place every winter along the frozen river. Visitors are treated to a winter wonderland and amazing sights, including Jiktangpokpo Falls, the "Niagra of Korea."

Hwaseong Boating Festival (화성 뱃놀이 축제)

Hwaseong Boating Festival (화성 뱃놀이 축제)

98773     2024-06-14

5 Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-290-4689

The Hwaseong Boating Festival is the largest maritime culture festival in the capital area, offering the chance to enjoy boating and a range of water sports. Additional festival programs include an EDM party every night and dance performances by locals.

Sejong Festival (세종축제)

Sejong Festival (세종축제)

25458     2024-06-11

155 Hosugongwon-gil, Sejong-si
+82-44-850-0592

The Sejong Festival celebrates the many achievements of King Sejong, including the creation of Hangeul, many scientific projects, and environmental protection. Visitors can enjoy a range of programs, from an air show by the Korean Black Eagles, to a science playground, and more.

Taehwagang Maduhee Festival (태화강 마두희 축제)

Taehwagang Maduhee Festival (태화강 마두희 축제)

0     2024-06-11

94 Jangchun-ro, Jung-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-244-2008

Summer in Ulsan kicks off with the Taehwagang Maduhee Festival. The festival offers many programs, including the 320-year-old tradition of pulling on a large rope, to fun water sports on the Taehwagang River.

Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

0     2024-06-11

77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-828-5762

The Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival is a historical culture festival held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Kang Gam-chan, a general during the Goryeo dynasty. The festival was created by combining the Gwanaksan Azalea Festival with the Nakseongdae Memorial Service, held at the birthsite of General Kang. The festival offers many programs to learn more about the area's cultural heritages.